With a world famous reputation, the Elephant Rocks continually draw visitors from all walks of life. These limestone formations are part of the Vanished World Trail which passes through several of Waitaki’s geological wonders. Though located on private property, the rocks are accessible the public and are reached easily from Oamaru and Omarama.

They are believed to have been created more than 25 million years ago, the rocks were created and formed on the seabed. Turned into rock and limestone by the pressure, after rising to the surface they were shaped by the wind and water into the incredible formations we see today. There are various ways to experience the rocks including rock climbing, abseiling and of course just simply admiring.